In honor of Ronald Reagan’s 98th birthday (February 6, 2009), a pair of “heroic size” bronze medallions was installed in the Atrium of the building by the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation. Weighing approximately 1,650 pounds and measuring 72’’ in diameter, each medallion was carved from Indiana limestone and topped with bronze. One medallion features a bronze bas-relief of President Reagan and the second medallion contains a bronze-lettered quotation by President Reagan: “There are no limits to growth and human progress when men and women are free to follow their dreams.”

Located at the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars, the congressionally-authorized memorial bas relief of former President Woodrow Wilson (by artist Leonard Baskin) overlooks the Woodrow Wilson Plaza.

Created by artist Martin Puryear, this 40 foot hammer-formed bronze sculpture sits on Woodrow Wilson Plaza, just west of the plaza’s 13th Street axis. The height of Bearing Witness draws the viewer from Pennsylvania Avenue through a sequence of spaces into the plaza. The surrounding buildings’ arches are reflected in the work’s curved top.

On permanent display at the building, this large section of the Berlin Wall was donated by the citizens of Berlin and the employees of Daimler-Benz in recognition of President Ronald Reagan’s leadership which contributed to German reunification. This segment is from an inner-city section of the Berlin Wall near the Brandenburg Gate, where on June 12, 1987, President Reagan issued his challenge: “Mr. Gorbachev, open this gate! Mr. Gorbachev, tear down this wall!” A symbol of the East-West division and conflict for 28 years, the wall that divided the city of Berlin crumbled. Located at the Woodrow Wilson Plaza entrance, the Wall segment stands over nine feet high, three feet wide and weighs nearly three tons.

Created by artist Stephen Robin, Federal Triangle Flowers are comprised of two parts – a single stem rose and a lily. The cast-aluminum flowers are located between historic Ariel Rios Building and the Reagan building, installed on limestone pedestals on either side of the plaza’s circular opening. Serving as a transition between the older buildings of Federal Triangle and our more contemporary building, each flower is approximately 10 feet high, 14 feet long and seven feet wide.

The Oscar Straus Memorial Fountain, dedicated in 1947 as a tribute to the diplomat and Secretary of Commerce and Labor, has been restored and returned to its original location at the 14th Street entrance of the building.

The memorial is comprised of a low, three-tiered fountain and two bronze sculptures to the right and left of the fountain each set on granite pedestals. The fountain is flanked on one side by a reclining female figure, representing Justice, dressed in classical robes with her hands held in prayer. On the other side is a partially draped male figure, depicting Reason, with a child next to him who holds a purse, key and hammer, symbolizing capital and labor. The two figures represent the opportunity and religious freedom that Oscar Straus found in the United States and celebrates what he returned in service to his adopted country.

A gift from the Embassy of Latvia, the painting by Latvian artists Aleksejs Naumovs and Kristaps Zarins is now on permanent display on the Ground Level by the 14th Street entrance.

The painting is of the 14th Street façade of the building. It was created with both artists sharing one canvas, each illustrating the building from his own perspective, creating a vibrant composition that highlights the brilliant Indiana limestone exterior and the dynamic activity of the surroundings.

The largest neon work in North America, this neon and glass sculpture was created by Artist Keith Sonnier in close collaboration with the building’s architect, James Ingo Freed. The work is integrated into the Atrium’s two metal curvilinear curtain walls. Monumental in scale the piece stands at 49 feet high by 30 feet wide and consists of glass plates and neon tubes in the primary colors: red, blue and yellow. The neon tubes incorporate Venetian tinted glass as the material creates a more saturated and superior form of colored light. The sculpture plays on the subtle interchange of light reflected in the glass-covered Atrium, shifting throughout the day and evening with variations in light conditions and the movement of people.

Located in the southeast corner of our building, the Woodrow Wilson Center is the official memorial to our nation’s 28th president. A “living memorial,” the Center is a gathering place for some of the best and brightest scholars and experts from around the world. While serving as a place for concourse, it is also home to the Woodrow Wilson Presidential Memorial Exhibit, housing photographs, memorabilia and other historical information. The exhibit is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Located on the Ground Level of the building, no appointment is needed and admission is free.

Discover a new world of dreams at National Children’s Museum, now open in downtown DC! Combining science center content with a children’s museum experience, our hands-on space inspires young innovators under 12 to explore science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (or STEAM) through engaging exhibits and programs. Advanced tickets are required.

For more information and to purchase tickets, click here.

Party Animals, sponsored by the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities (DCCAH), is considered to be DC’s largest public art project. Artists were chosen by the DCCAH and painted donkey and elephant sculptures representing the two main political parties. Once displayed throughout the city, these 200 near-life size works of art were then auctioned off with proceeds benefitting the Greater Washington Girls and Boys Clubs as well as the DCCAH. Party animals, one donkey and elephant sculpture permanently reside on display in the food court at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center.

In partnership with the National Cherry Blossom Festival, through the Art in Bloom Program, the Sakura+Seasons is located in Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center. It was painted by Tracie Griffith Tso, an award winning artist based in Alexandria, Va, who specialized in Chinese spontaneous flower-bird painting.

Painted with the traditional brush painting of ink known as, Japanese sumi-e, this sculpture’s incorporation of natural subjects and the disciplined brushstrokes of its basic flora depicts and is representative of all four seasons. The bamboo represents summer and resilience; chrysanthemum represents autumn and prosperity. The orchid represents spring and noble bravery; and a blossom for winter symbolic for beauty, optimism, and the transience of life.

Learn about the history of environmental protection in America at the latest EPA Headquarters Exhibit, “The Story of the Environmental Protection Agency: Protecting Public Health and the Environment.” The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency protects public health and the environment by safeguarding the air, water, and land. This exhibit provides an informative timeline of events leading up to the establishment of the EPA and all of its accomplishments since the 1970s. It is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the mezzanine level (near the Berlin Wall Plaza entrance), and is free of charge. Adults are required to show a photo ID to gain access.

Our weekly farmer’s market from spring through fall, CHoP features plenty of farm-fresh produce, prepared foods and artisanal novelties. Be sure to stop by our information booth and stock up on recipes and tips for maintaining a healthy and socially responsible lifestyle.   Open Fridays from spring through fall, 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. on Woodrow Wilson Plaza at the corner of 13th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue, NW. For more information and a list of market vendors, please click here.

A free summertime concert series, Live! Concert Series on the Plaza features an array of musical performances from all genres including bluegrass folk, reggae, country, pop rock and more. With plenty of outdoor seating, concert goers can pick up lunch at one of the outdoor eateries or from one of the many food court vendors and enjoy the show.

Launched in 2000, the Live! series supports one of our building’s missions to establish a pedestrian link between the National Mall and the business district north of Pennsylvania Avenue, creating an open, active and inviting setting for the community.

From July 11 through September 16, noon – 1:00pm on Wilson Plaza, join us for free lunchtime performances featuring the area’s most talented entertainers. 
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In the business for over 25 years, Betty Brite Cleaners strives to provide the highest quality dry cleaning and alteration services. Open Monday-Friday from 7:00am – 5:30pm.

Located: Concourse Level
Contact: 202-408-1800

Open Monday-Friday from 10:00am-7:00pm, Connie’s provides a range of services from manicure and pedicure to silk nails and massages.

Located: Concourse Level near the Federal Triangle Metro
Contact: 202-898-0826

While visiting our building if you are in need of assistance, please visit one of our friendly concierge desks, stationed throughout the building. Our concierge staff is on duty seven days a week, to provide support and information with a smile.

North Tower desk: 202.312.1461
14th Street desk: 202.312.1470
Metro desk: 202.312.1465
Berlin Wall desk: 202.312.1459
Rotunda desk: 202.312.1259

Global Entry is a program created and administered by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) that expedites entry into the U.S. for pre-approved, low-risk travelers. The Enrollment Center in our building is one of many across the country where applicants may complete their eligibility interview.

Located: Ground Level
Contact: 202-325-4002

The UPS Store offers a wide range of services in one convenient location: packaging, shipping, printing and business services.

Located: Ground Level near Moynihan Plaza entrance
Contact: 202-503-2440